GENOA — In order to help those who once served the United States, local riders are invited to participate in the #fillupthehouse fundraiser for the Fisher House April 10 at Pappy’s Creekside Campground.
HAMLIN – The Lincoln County Board of Education will soon decide on its calendar for the 2021-22 school year.
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CHARLESTON — More parts of West Virginia may see family drug treatment courts established as House Bill 2918 heads to the desk of Gov. Jim Justice.
HAMLIN — The Lincoln County Board of Education discussed concerns about Duval K-8 and approved multiple items during a brief meeting April 6.
HARTS — All Star Wrestling (ASW) kicked off a unique way to celebrate Easter weekend April 3 with a wrestling event, egg hunt, and even a visit from the Easter bunny.
HAMLIN — Lincoln County High School has been cleared after an early morning bomb threat last Monday.
CHARLESTON — The number of wildfires in West Virginia nearly doubled in the first three months of this year compared to the same period of a year ago, forestry officials said.
KINSTON, N.C. — After dropping out of school after the 10th grade and joining the U.S. Marine Corps during the Korean War, Harry Osborne never dreamed he would have his diploma from Man High School. But last year, at the age of 87, he finally received his diploma, thanks to a program through…
HAMLIN — The Lincoln County Board of Education will soon decide on its calendar for the 2021-22 school year.
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MADISON — Planning and organizational meetings are taking place for the 27th annual West Virginia Coal Festival in Madison, according to organizers.
CHARLESTON — The following events happened on these dates in West Virginia history. To read more, go to e-WV: The West Virginia Encyclopedia at www.wvencyclopedia.org.
HUNTINGTON — Marshall University has announced the availability of in-person Green and White Day open house events on Friday and Saturday, April 16-17.
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Aarons Creek Comm., Ranger, Wed. 7 p.m.; Sun. school 10:30 a.m., visitation evening. Michael Abshire
National Nurses Week is May 6-12, and we are inviting readers to help us recognize the dedicated nurses in our county.
Earlier this year, Gov. Jim Justice unveiled the new West Virginia Vacation Guide, a travel inspiration magazine to promote the state.
HAMLIN - West Virginia State Police have released more information following an early morning shooting in the Alkol area of Lincoln County.
HUNTINGTON — Twenty-eight community health centers in West Virginia will receive $82,842,125 in American Rescue Plan funding to support COVID-19 vaccination and services for vulnerable populations, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced last week.
HAMLIN — During its first in-person meeting in over a year, the Lincoln County Commission began discussing possible projects for its share of funds from the recently passed federal stimulus package.
HAMLIN — The Lincoln County Board of Education voted March 30 in favor of a return to a five day a week schedule for students.
HAMLIN — A Hamlin man faces multiple charges after an incident that resulted in over $2,500 worth of damage to property owned by the Town of Hamlin, according to police.
HAMLIN — The Lincoln County Board of Education received an extensive update March 30 on their progress regarding areas of non-compliance.
Peoples Bancorp Inc. of Marietta, Ohio, says it has reached an agreement to Premier Financial Bancorp of Huntington in an all-stock transaction valued at $292.3 million.
The Easter Bunny and Izzy, a therapy dog visited Hamlin Elementary School on March 26
LINCOLN COUNTY — Marshall University has released their fall 2020 dean’s list and it includes students from Lincoln County and other area communities.
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WAYNE — As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to keep families and loved ones apart, the disease is making it harder for people to perform a simple act of kindness — sending someone flowers.
National Nurses Week is May 6-12, and we are inviting readers to help us recognize the dedicated nurses in our county.
HARTS — Despite several setbacks posed by the global COVID-19 pandemic over the past year, the owners of a classic-themed diner and bakery at Harts remain hopeful for the future.
HAMLIN - Hamlin Elementary Pk8 had 39 students accepted to Tamarack’s ‘Youth Art Month,’ which will be on display beginning March 10 and additionally had the three winners in the 6-8th grade category.
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HAMLIN – A local business has donated a new state-of-the-art scoreboard to Harts PK-8 school in Lincoln County after recognizing a need within the community.
BRANCHLAND - A Branchland man faces multiple charges after an altercation with law enforcement at his home on March 19, according to police.
HAMLIN – Lincoln County is embracing technology that best serves their citizens and taxpayers.
ALUM CREEK – In Augusto f 1959, Jim Ryan. 80 had no idea that in 2021, he’d still be cutting hair in the same chair.
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HAMLIN – HD Media announced on March 29 that reporter Nancy Peyton will re-join the company and accept a position with the Lincoln Journal/News Sentinel in Hamlin.
CHARLESTON — With new COVID-19 cases, total active cases, hospitalizations and ICU cases all ticking up in West Virginia, state COVID-19 czar Dr. Clay Marsh on Friday urged continued vigilance against the virus, particularly among those ages 30 to 49.
CHARLESTON — The following events happened on these dates in West Virginia history. To read more, go to e-WV: The West Virginia Encyclopedia at www.wvencyclopedia.org.
CHARLESTON — A House of Delegates plan to phase out West Virginia’s personal income tax would require diverting nearly $169 million a year in state Lottery profits. That money currently pays off state bond issues and funds programs including Promise scholarships and senior citizen tax credits.
National Nurses Week is May 6-12, and we are inviting readers to help us recognize the dedicated nurses in our county.
HAMLIN – The Lincoln County Board of Education voted Tuesday in favor of an upcoming return to a five-day a week schedule for students.
CHARLESTON — Legislation to phase out the state personal income tax in annual multiples of at least $150 million passed the House of Delegates Monday on a 77-23 vote, with multiple unresolved questions about who the bill will help or hurt.
HUNTINGTON — A lawsuit filed against the state superintendent by a Cabell County teacher who was fired over social media posts has been dismissed by a federal judge.
CHARLESTON — Legislation that could make it more difficult for West Virginians to participate in future elections, including by revoking a 2016 automatic voter registration law, passed the Senate without debate Wednesday on a 29-5 vote.